FM Nirmala Sitharaman counters social media claims of GST registration corruption and delay – Times of India

FM Nirmala Sitharaman counters social media claims of GST registration corruption and delay – Times of India

Finance minister Nirmala Sitharaman NEW DELHI: Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman on Saturday endorsed the Central Board of Indirect Taxes and Customs (CBIC) for its detailed clarification on social media allegations surrounding delays and alleged corruption in GST registration processing.Her remarks came after a Twitter user posted screenshot of posted accusations by a LinkedIn user alleging…

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India’s strong growth potential, its role in supporting global trade recognised by World Bank, IMF: Nirmala Sitharaman | India-Business News – Times of India

India’s strong growth potential, its role in supporting global trade recognised by World Bank, IMF: Nirmala Sitharaman | India-Business News – Times of India

Photo: Ministry of Finance Nirmala Sitharaman, the Union minister for finance and corporate affairs has emphasized that India’s growth potential is recognised by institutions like World Bank and International Monetary Fund. India’s importance in supporting global trade was also highlighted by Sitharaman.FM Sitharaman is on a visit to US and Peru, where she would have…

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‘Trade recalibration very challenging, worrisome’: FM Sitharaman amid Trump’s global tariffs | India News – The Times of India

‘Trade recalibration very challenging, worrisome’: FM Sitharaman amid Trump’s global tariffs | India News – The Times of India

NEW DELHI: Union finance minister Nirmala Sitharaman on Thursday said that the recalibration of global trade policies poses serious challenges to the global economy. Her comments come in the wake of the sweeping tariffs imposed by US President Donald Trump which has sent jolts to the global stock markets. Speaking at the 150th anniversary celebration…

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Join internship scheme, finance minister Nirmala Sitharaman urges industry, launches mobile app | India News – The Times of India

Join internship scheme, finance minister Nirmala Sitharaman urges industry, launches mobile app | India News – The Times of India

NEW DELHI: Finance minister Nirmala Sitharaman on Monday appealed to India Inc to come forward and participate in Prime Minister Internship Scheme (PMIS) while launching a dedicated mobile application for candidates to access this scheme. She added the app will make the scheme more accessible for youths.Speaking to industry leaders and mediapersons, she said there…

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Banks must continue to innovate & transform: FM Sitharaman – The Times of India

Banks must continue to innovate & transform: FM Sitharaman – The Times of India

MUMBAI: Finance minister Nirmala Sitharaman on Friday called upon banks to embrace innovation and digital transformation, emphasising the need to adapt to changing customer expectations and technological advancements.At an event in State Bank of India (SBI), where she virtually inaugurated 70 new branches and 501 women customer service points across the country, she said: “With…

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PFMS has benefited 60 crore people, says FM Nirmala Sitharaman | India News – The Times of India

PFMS has benefited 60 crore people, says FM Nirmala Sitharaman | India News – The Times of India

Nirmala Sitharaman (File photo) NEW DELHI: Union finance minister Nirmala Sitharaman on Saturday lauded the role of the Public Financial Management System (PFMS) in achieving key goals of governance, like reaching last mile benefiting 60 crore beneficiaries and direct delivery of more than 1,200 central and state schemes including 1,100 DBT schemes. Speaking at the…

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FM Sitharaman quotes Raghuram Rajan to explain Rupee’s depreciation against dollar | India News – The Times of India

FM Sitharaman quotes Raghuram Rajan to explain Rupee’s depreciation against dollar | India News – The Times of India

Union finance minister Nirmala Sitharaman quoted former RBI Governor Raghuram Rajan while addressing concerns about the rupee’s depreciation against dollar during her Lok Sabha address on Tuesday.“Former RBI Governor Raghuram Rajan, who even participated in the Bharat Jodo Yatra, has acknowledged on January 15, 2025 that fixation is always with the rupee-dollar exchange rate, reality…

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